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ALASKA: SOUTHERN WILDERNESS

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A Child's Alaska

A Child's Alaska


by Claire Rudolph Murphy | Charles Mason

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 1994
  • HARD COVER
  • 47 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Murphy captures the changing seasons and challenges of daily life in this captivating photographic portrait of modern Alaska -- its wildlife, culture and especially its people -- geared for elementary school kids. (ALA100, $16.95)

Alaska ABC Book


by Charlene Kreeger | Shannon Cartwright

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Q is for Qiviut (an Arctic musk ox). Young children (ages 4 to 8) will love this introduction to Alaska in an illustrated ABC format. (ALA190, $9.95)

Alaska's 12 Days of Summer

Alaska's 12 Days of Summer


by Pat Chamberlain-Calamar | Shannon Cartwright

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A lighthearted tribute to the wildlife of Alaska for youngsters, presented in illustrations and song lyrics set to the tune of "The 12 Days of Christmas." (ALA191, $10.99)

Alaska's Three Bears

Alaska's Three Bears


by Shelley Gill | Shannon Cartwright

  • LITERATURE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

This book, written for elementary school kids, teaches about bear ecology through the story of a black bear, a grizzly bear and a polar bear and their search for homes in the Alaskan wilderness. (ALA189, $10.99)

Alaskan Wildlife Coloring Book

Alaskan Wildlife Coloring Book


by Jan Sovak

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Whales, grizzlies and wolves invite the creative coloring touch of young travelers. (ALA235, $3.95)

Big Alaska

Big Alaska


by Debbie S. Miller | Jon Van Zyle

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 40 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

With lush, double-page watercolor illustrations, this picture book swoops up youngsters on an eagle-eye journey from Admiralty Island to Glacier Bay, Kodiak, Katmai and Denali. (ALA231, $17.95)

Growing Up Grizzly, The True Story of Baylee And Her Cubs


by Amy Shapira

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Focused on a mother bear who welcomes a lost cub into her clan, this true story is framed by Amy Shapira's award-winning photographs of Alaskan Grizzlies. (ALA259, $14.95)

Humpback Whales


by Dianne M. MacMillan

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2003
  • HARD COVER
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

An illustrated introduction to the behavior of the humpback whales. (ALA262, $27.93)

Kiana's Iditarod

Kiana's Iditarod


by Shelley Gill | Shannon Cartwright

  • LITERATURE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 64 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Geared towards elementary school students, this is a tale of the great Alaskan dog-sled race Iditarod, as seen through the eyes of Kiana, one of the lead sled dogs. A lively and enjoyable read for the family. (ALA104, $10.99)

Lucky Hares and Itchy Bears

Lucky Hares and Itchy Bears


by Susan Ewing | Evon Zerbetz

  • LITERATURE
  • 2001
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

This children's book combines lively block print illustrations of Alaskan wildlife with short poems. It is a colorful, fun introduction to the nature of Alaska that may be written for elementary school children, but can be enjoyed by the whole family. (ALA116, $8.95)

The Little Fox, An Alaska Adventure

The Little Fox, An Alaska Adventure


by Ram Papish

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • 48 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Papish draws on his work as a seabird biologist for this gorgeously illustrated account of the adventures of a young arctic fox among the fur seals, puffins, auks and other birds of the Pribilof islands. (ALA256, $15.95)

Alaska's Bears

Alaska's Bears


by Alaska Geographic

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1993
  • PAPER
  • 112 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Outstanding color photographs fill out this magazine-style overview of Alaska's bears, which includes articles on a range of topics. (ALA74, $14.95)

Buried Alive, A Mystery in Denali National Park

Buried Alive, A Mystery in Denali National Park


by Gloria Skurzynski

  • LITERATURE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

The Landons are in Alaska's Denali National Park and are joined by 13-year-old Nicky Milano. Jack, Ashley and Nicky accept a dogsled ride from a man in a Park Service uniform -- which leads to trouble. (ALA251, $4.99)

Children of the Midnight Sun, Young Native Voices of Alaska

Children of the Midnight Sun, Young Native Voices of Alaska


by Tricia Brown

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 48 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A profile of eight children from diverse backgrounds, this book features vivid color photography and great information on daily life, customs and background of the Tlingit, Haida, Aleut and other cultures throughout Alaska. Aimed at children ages 9-12, it nicely balances modern challenges and traditional ways. (ALA68, $11.95)

Frozen Stiff

Frozen Stiff


by Sherry Shahan

  • LITERATURE
  • 1999
  • PAPER
  • 150 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A story of adventure set in the Alaskan wilderness. Two young kayakers set out for what they figure will be a harmless day on the fjords, when an unexpected twist of events sends them into a struggle for survival. Perfect for preteens. (ALA103, $5.50)

Kavik the Wolf Dog

Kavik the Wolf Dog


by Walt Morey | Peter Parnall

  • LITERATURE
  • 1997
  • PAPER
  • 192 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A reprint of a classic children's novel about the wolf-dog Kavik and the boy who saves him in the Alaskan wilderness. Kavik, who has been reared as a champion sled-dog, is taken away from the boy and must make a perilous journey back to his home in Washington. Written for preteens. (ALA99, $5.99)

My Denali, Exploring Alaska's Favorite National Park with Hannah Corral

My Denali, Exploring Alaska's Favorite National Park with Hannah Corral


by Kimberly Corral | Hannah Corral | Roy Corral

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1995
  • HARD COVER
  • 32 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A day in the life of Denali National Park, as seen through the eyes of a twelve-year-old girl. Geared for ages 9-12, this is a colorful companion for any family traveling to Alaska and Denali. (ALA96, $15.95)

Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers, Reflections on Being Raised by a Pack of Sled Dogs

Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers, Reflections on Being Raised by a Pack of Sled Dogs


by Gary Paulsen

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 80 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Iditarod racer and Newberry Honor-winning children's book author Gary Paulsen reflects on his loving friendship with his lead dog Cookie and her litter of pups. (ALA253, $5.95)

The Hunted, A Mystery in Glacier National Park

The Hunted, A Mystery in Glacier National Park


by Gloria Skurzynski

  • MYSTERY
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 160 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

The fifth installment from the popular series follows the Landon family's attempts to uncover the mysterious disappearance of grizzly cubs in Glacier National Park. (ALA252, $4.99)

Water Sky

Water Sky


by Jean Craighead George

  • LITERATURE
  • 1989
  • PAPER
  • 224 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

The part-Eskimo, 13-year-old New Englander Lincoln goes to Barrow, Alaska to live with friends of his father in this contemporary tale of the importance of whaling to the Eskimo culture. (ALA311, $6.99)

Wild Man Island

Wild Man Island


by Will Hobbs

  • LITERATURE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 192 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A 14-year-old boy is stranded on a remote Alaskan island inhabited by a mysterious wild man in this exiting adventure for pre-teens. (ALA261, $5.99)

Julie

Julie


by Jean Craighead George

  • LITERATURE
  • 1996
  • PAPER
  • 128 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

In this thrilling sequel to George's Newbery Medal-winning novel, Julie returns to her father's village on Alaska's north slope, where snow mobiles have replaced sled dogs, musk oxen have been introduced -- and the wolves are in danger. (ALA313, $5.99)

Julie of the Wolves

Julie of the Wolves


by Jean Craighead George

  • LITERATURE
  • 1972
  • PAPER
  • 170 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

The classic tale of a young Eskimo girl who chooses to run with the wolves rather than submit to a cruel husband. This young adult novel whipped up some controversy on publication in 1972, due to brief but violent sexual content, and we would caution parents that it's most appropriate for teens and sophisticated pre-teens. (ALA144, $5.99)

Julie's Wolf Pack

Julie's Wolf Pack


by Jean Craighead George

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1999
  • PAPER
  • 208 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

This third book in Craighead George's trilogy geared for ages 12-14 continues the tale of adventure on the Alaskan tundra from the point of view of the wolf pack -- the leader Kapu, interloper Ice Blink and Sweet Fur Amy. (ALA310, $5.99)

Stampede for Gold, The Story of the Klondike Rush

Stampede for Gold, The Story of the Klondike Rush


by Pierre Berton

  • HISTORY
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • 176 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

The great Canadian historian Pierre Berton weaves the amazing--and amazingly brutal--story of the Yukon Gold Rush of 1896-1899, where thousands, including Berton's own parents, took to the showy mountains of northern Canada in search of fortune. (CND289, $6.95)

Tisha, The Story of a Young Teacher in the Alaska Wilderness

Tisha, The Story of a Young Teacher in the Alaska Wilderness


by Robert Specht

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 342 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

The story of Anne Hobbs, who went to Alaska to teach and became a crusader on behalf of Alaska's native peoples. (ALA133, $7.99)

Touching Spirit Bear

Touching Spirit Bear


by Ben Mikaelsen

  • LITERATURE
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 241 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

This young adult novel follows Cole, an abused and abusive teen, who chooses banishment to an Alaskan island over incarceration. But for Cole to reform, it takes an encounter with the white Spirit Bear of First Nation legends. (PNW127, $5.99)

Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival

Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival


by Velma Wallis

  • LITERATURE
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 175 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

A retelling of a traditional Athabaskan legend by an Athabaskan woman born and raised in Fort Yukon. It's an inspiring tale of two old women abandoned by their tribe who must make their way alone through the Alaskan wild. Preteens and teenagers will especially enjoy it. (ALA64, $12.99)

Call of the Wild, White Fang, and To Build a Fire

Call of the Wild, White Fang, and To Build a Fire


by Jack London

  • LITERATURE
  • 1993
  • PAPER
  • 416 PAGES
  • FAMILY

The best of London's timeless tales of adventure in Alaska, rich in details of history and geography, flora and fauna -- and dogs. (ARC10, $7.95)

 

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